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91²Ö¿â students enjoy a summer day at Risman Plaza outside the Kent Student Center.
91²Ö¿â students enjoy a summer day at Risman Plaza outside the Kent Student Center.
91²Ö¿â students enjoy a summer day at Risman Plaza outside the Kent Student Center.
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Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Giving
Vision, Mission and Core Values

91²Ö¿â Search for Vice President, Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

91²Ö¿â seeks a strategic, externally engaged Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement. Reporting to the President, this leader will provide direction for university-wide philanthropy and alumni engagement, while serving as a visible partner to the President, Board of Trustees, Foundation Board, deans, campus leaders, alumni, donors, and volunteers.

The Vice President will lead a comprehensive strategy that strengthens philanthropic support, deepens alumni connection, and aligns donor engagement with the university’s mission and priorities. This role requires a collaborative and trusted leader who can inspire confidence across internal and external audiences while building the relationships, systems and culture needed to support long-term institutional success.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. 
  • A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in advancement, including at least five years in fundraising for a large, complex organization and experience with comprehensive campaigns including strategy, volunteer leadership, and strategic planning.

APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS 

AGB Search is pleased to assist 91²Ö¿â with this leadership search.

For best consideration, applications should be submitted by August 31, 2026, to the AGB Search portal for the . 

The search will remain open until an appointment is made. 

Nominations, expressions of interest, and questions regarding the Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement can be directed to KentStateVP_PAE@agbsearch.com or the AGB Search consultants listed below:

Search Committee 

  • Melody Tankersley, Executive Vice President and Provost, Search Committee Chair
  • James Bailey, Chair, 91²Ö¿â Foundation Board of Directors 
  • Rick Ferdig, Summit Professor of Learning Technologies and Professor of Engineering
  • Steffany Matticola Larkins, 91²Ö¿â Foundation Board of Directors, Chair, Committee on Audit 
  • Charlene Reed, Vice President and University Secretary

  • Stephen Ward, Vice President, University Communications and Marketing 

     

 

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